Leake
Leake County Drug Bust Yields Large Amount of Meth
A Leake County man was arrested when a large amount of narcotics and multiple firearms were found in a home on Pearl Hill Road.
Sheriff Randy W. Atkinson says deputies, investigators, and agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics spent several hours conducting an operation... Read More.
MHP Out in Force for Memorial Day Holiday
Mississippi drivers can expect to see more Highway Patrol presence this Memorial Day weekend beginning bright and early Friday morning through midnight Monday night.
MHP Troop D's Public Affairs Officer, Bobby Land says they'll be looking for speeding or impaired drivers. “We want drivers to... Read More.
“Coffee Tables for Cancer” Fund Raiser Happening for Carthage Couple
(B-MO) A Carthage craftsman, husband, and friend to many is turning his talent into something deeply personal.
Mark Perrott, owner of Mississippi Farm Tables, has launched Coffee Tables for Cancer as his wife, Helen, begins chemotherapy. Mark is known for building handmade hardwood furniture with... Read More.
Former Carthage Officer Arrested in Bribery Investigation
A former Carthage police officer is facing bribery and conspiracy charges. Police Chief Billy McMillan says he was made aware of a possible bribery incident involving one of his officers, Howard Cole, last November. McMillan says an internal investigation was launched but the chief... Read More.
Leake Central High School Graduation Moved to the Carthage Coliseum
Leake Central High School has announced a change of venue for their upcoming graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026.
The ceremony will now be held at the Carthage Coliseum on Thursday, May 21 at 7 pm.
Graduates are asked to report to the coliseum by... Read More.
Sheriff Warns Against Spam Calls and Texts
The Attala County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is warning the public about a phone scam targeting local residents.
Scammers are calling or texting residents claiming to be from the sheriff’s office. The fraudsters say that the recipient owes money and demand payment. The scammers may use... Read More.
WANTED: Dezirae Watson for Malicious Mischief by Carthage Police Department
Dezirae Watson is wanted by the Carthage Police Department for malicious mischief. Few details are available at this time. If you have any information regarding Ms. Watson’s whereabouts, contact the Carthage Police Department at 601-267-8011. According to CPD, all tips will remain anonymous.
LA Rebels Runner Up to State Title
The Division two State Championship baseball game took place at Madden tonight between the Leake Academy Rebels and the Amite School Center Rebels. Each team had one win in the series with tonight's game determining the State Champs. The teams were tied 3-3 after... Read More.
